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PLASTASIA 2027 Builds Momentum with 85% of Expo Space Sold The 9th edition of PLASTASIA, scheduled to take place between 20th and 23rd May, 2027 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, has received an encouraging response from the industry, with 85% of the exhibition space already booked. With limited stall space remaining, prospective exhibitors are encouraged to secure their participation and leverage the opportunities offered by this major industry exhibition. The Mega Showcase PLASTASIA 2027 is expected to bring together over 750 exhibitors across more than 50,000 sq. mtr. of exhibition area, attracting over 50,000 business visitors and participation from more…

PLASTPOL 2027 in Poland: The International Plastics Industry and Technologies Live in Action With more than 600 exhibitors from all over the world, including global giants and increasingly strong representations from regions such as Scandinavia, the 31st PLASTPOL International Fair of Plastics and Rubber Processing in Poland already promises to be impressive. Targi Kielce will once again transform into a working factory—complete technological lines will demonstrate their full capabilities live in action. For the first time, machinery will also be showcased in the venue’s brand-new expo hall. The previous edition reinforced PLASTPOL’s position on the international stage. The Kielce event…

Husky Launches HyCAP 4.0 Tooling – Engineered to Advance Injection Molding Performance for Beverage Closure Manufacturing Husky Technologies, a pioneering technology provider enabling the delivery of essential needs to the global community, today announced the launch of its nextgeneration HyCAP 4.0 tooling platform. Designed to address the evolving demands of beverage closure manufacturing, the new HyCAP 4.0 tooling delivers groundbreaking standards in injection molding performance by combining precision engineering, enhanced durability, and production flexibility. “The beverage packaging industry is undergoing significant transformation as sustainability goals, regulatory requirements, and performance expectations continue to evolve,” said Dave Morton, Husky’s Executive Vice President,…

Belden Launches New Edge Connectivity, Resilient Switching and High-Density Infrastructure Innovations New IO-Link analog hubs, centralized enterprise and industrial orchestration, low-voltage DC options for rugged switching, scalable MPO fiber infrastructure and expanded life-safety cabling help modernize IT/OT networks from device to core. Belden Inc. a leading global provider of complete connection solutions, today announced the launch of new products and portfolio expansions designed to help customers build more efficient, resilient and scalable IT/OT networks—spanning industrial device connectivity, wireless orchestration, rugged switching and power options, high-density fiber infrastructure and life-safety cabling. Operational Technology (OT) environments across manufacturing, energy and transportation continue…

Advancing Sustainable Manufacturing in Precision Metal Part Production Jochen Kern, Head of Sales & Marketing, Micro Component Group Sustainability in manufacturing is often discussed in broad strokes, energy transition, circular economy, net-zero roadmaps. Yet for engineers and operations leaders, the decisive gains are frequently made in smaller, more practical places like yield, scrap rates, rework loops, and the number of process steps between raw material and a validated part. In precision metal components, those “small” levers can dominate the footprint, because tolerances are tight, materials are valuable, and downstream consequences of variation are expensive. TRADE-OFF IN PRECISION ENGINEERING Precision manufacturing…

The global polymer industry is set to benefit from enhanced market intelligence as ICIS has secured exclusive access to the AMI Polymer Demand and Plastics Processors Database. The move strengthens ICIS’s ability to deliver deeper insights into global polymer demand and provide a more comprehensive understanding of downstream plastics markets. By integrating AMI’s industry-leading demand and processor data into the ICIS Supply & Demand Database, customers will gain a clearer view of the entire plastics value chain. The enhanced platform connects production, consumption, and application-level data, enabling businesses to better understand how trends in sectors such as packaging, automotive, construction,…

Recycled Polymer Markets Follow Virgin Resin Price Surge Amid Ongoing Iran Conflict The ongoing conflict in Iran continues to create uncertainty across global polymer markets, driving significant increases in virgin plastic resin prices and influencing recycled polymer pricing worldwide. According to market analysts, recycled plastics are once again moving in line with virgin resin markets after a period of divergence. Recent price increases in recycled materials have been largely driven by rising virgin resin costs rather than a significant improvement in end-user demand. Industry observers note that geopolitical tensions and supply disruptions have become the dominant factor affecting polymer markets.…

Time Technoplast Limited executed a Share Purchase Agreement on June 10, 2026, to acquire a 76% stake in Systoverse Private Limited for a cash consideration of ₹1.52 crore. This strategic move, valued at approximately ₹25 crore including capital expenditure, aims to strengthen the company’s High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Pipe portfolio and establish an operational presence in Maharashtra. The transaction is expected to close within 30 days from the execution of the agreement. Acquisition Details The acquisition will be funded entirely through cash via cheque, NEFT, or RTGS. Post-acquisition, Systoverse Private Limited will become a subsidiary of Time Technoplast Limited, while the remaining…

Global polymer markets witnessed significant disruption this week as the ongoing conflict in the Middle East continued to impact production, logistics, and pricing across key petrochemical supply chains. Trading activity, which had largely stalled earlier, began to gradually resume in major markets including India, Turkey, and parts of Africa. However, suppliers reported substantial price increases across polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) markets as supply concerns intensified. The situation worsened following reports of operational disruptions at major energy and petrochemical facilities in the region. Supply chain participants cited raw material shortages, logistical bottlenecks, and rising freight costs as…

The global plastic polymer industry continues to demonstrate steady growth, driven by increasing demand from packaging, automotive, construction, electronics, and healthcare sectors. According to recent market estimates, the global Plastic Polymer Market is projected to grow from approximately USD 648.74 billion in 2026 to USD 931.39 billion by 2035, reflecting sustained expansion across multiple end-use industries. Packaging remains the largest consumer of plastic polymers worldwide, accounting for more than half of total polymer usage. The sector continues to rely heavily on materials such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP), and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) for flexible and rigid packaging applications. Growing demand…